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  • DOH Release: COVID-19 Daily Update (March 24, 2020)

    First COVID-19 Death Report Undergoing Confirmation The Dept. of Health continues to investigate the death of an elderly adult on O‘ahu. Irregularities in testing conducted by the State Laboratories Division prompted DOH leadership to order retesting. The State lab initially received an indeterminate test from a private testing lab and late yesterday the state lab reported the test as positive for COVID-19. Retesting is underway now and confirmatory results will be released, possibly this evening. Statewide Stay-at-Home, Work-at-Home Order To protect public health and safety during this pandemic Governor David Ige signed a supplementary proclamation Monday, ordering the entire state to stay at home and work from home starting at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, March 25 through April 30. Essential workers, such as health care professionals and public health workers are exempt. The state and county orders are implemented to reduce the risk of spread of the COVID-19 virus and to protect the ability of public and private healthcare providers to handle the influx of new patients and to safeguard public health and safety. Many additional closures and restrictions are in place statewide and the Dept. of Health encourages all citizens to stay up-to-date and to practice social distancing protocols at all times. Reminder of Governor’s Order for Self-Quarantine of All Travelers to Hawai‘i Effective, Thursday, March 26, 2020, Governor David Ige has ordered that all persons entering the State of Hawai‘i to self-quarantine for 14 days or for the duration of their stay in Hawai‘i, whichever is shorter. Upon arrival, residents are required to quarantine in a designated location in their residence. Visitors will quarantine in their hotel room, rented lodging or in a room if staying at a residence. Quarantined individuals may only leave their designated location for medical emergencies or to seek medical care. Failure to comply with all rules and protocols related to quarantines is punishable by fines of up to $5,000 and/or imprisonment of up to one year. FDA Guidance on Food Safety The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has provided guidance on food safety for the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently there is no evidence that the virus has spread from food or food packaging. The FDA is also aggressively monitoring the market for fraudulent COVID-19 testing kits.  Complete information on food safety and approved testing can be found at: http://www.afdo.org The DOH reminds people to be judicious when shopping for food and essential goods so that kūpuna and others in need are able to purchase necessary items. Who should be tested? Individuals who are not experiencing systems do not need to be tested. DOH strongly urges public health and healthcare professionals to prioritize testing among three specific groups: Health care workers and first responders with COVID-19 symptoms. Older Americans who have symptoms of COVID-19, especially those living in congregate settings. Individuals who may have other illnesses that would be treated differently if they were infected with COVID-19 and therefore physician judgment is especially important for this population Other people with mild illness should help protect our most vulnerable and conserve our precious supplies by practicing social distancing measures, monitoring their illness, and calling their healthcare provider if their symptoms worsen or persist. Guidance and guidelines for public health professionals and healthcare workers: www.cdc.gov/covid19 Social Distancing COVID-19 recommendations are changing the rules on how much physical distance individuals should keep from each other. Cancelling events that do not allow attendees to be at least six feet apart—the equivalent of two arms-length—and avoiding unnecessary physical meeting with others are proven strategies to mitigate the spread of the virus. The effectiveness of these initiatives largely depends on the cooperation and compliance from the public. The recommendations are intended to protect the most vulnerable populations: kupuna and those who are medically fragile. 14 New Positive Cases on O’ahu and Maui As of March 24, 2020, there is a total of 90 presumptive or positive COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘I, including one death, reported last night. 70 of these cases involve Hawai‘i residents and the majority (57) are on O‘ahu. Travel or contact with a traveler is the risk factor in 57 cases, and only one case has no travel history. The cause of the virus in 32 cases is unknown. Please note, that as the number of cases rises daily it may take health professionals longer to investigate possible sources of infection for individual cases. Please note the following: There was one duplicate in a previous case list, so total case count dropped by one. One case was misattributed to Hawai‘i Island when it should have been attributed to Kaua‘i. Definition of Community Spread Community spread is defined as cases that cannot be traced back to a traveler and have absolutely no travel related or involved connection with travel. We have been informed that there are residents of Hawai‘i who believe all COVID-19 positive cases originate from visitors to the state. Unfortunately, there is stigma developing against visitors in Hawai‘i. We’re asking the media to help people understand that of the 90 positive test results to date, 57 of them are the result of traveling residents. The majority of cases are residents who returned home after traveling. At this time, there may be residents returning home from a school that has closed or from other essential travel. It is important for all travelers to monitor their health for 14 days after traveling and to avoid exposing others and stay at home. Thank you for your assistance in reducing and preventing stigma and increasing understanding during this rapidly changing situation. Lab Testing More than 3,862 tests performed for people in Hawai‘i by private clinical labs to date. The DOH State Laboratories Division has tested 322 Persons Under Investigation (PUI) and 263 sentinel surveillance samples. The 263 sentinel surveillance tests have all been negative. These are representative samples taken from every county from people with flu-like symptoms who tested negative for influenza. Private laboratories are receiving steadily increasing numbers of test samples and this has created some delays in the processing of test results. Test results from private laboratories are currently taking approximately a week or more to complete and health care providers and their patients should expect results may take longer as demand continues to increase. 2-1-1 Call Center for Information on COVID-19 The Aloha United Way call center is open daily between 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. For information or questions about COVID-19: Call 2-1-1 from any location in the state Text 877-275-6569 Email info211@auw.org Visit health.hawaii.gov/covid19 or coronavirus.gov

  • Governor Ige issues statewide order to stay at home, work from home to fight COVID-19

    Governor Ige issues statewide order to stay at home, work from home to fight COVID-19 State tax deadlines also extended HONOLULU – Gov. David Ige signed a third supplementary proclamation Monday, ordering the entire state to stay at home and work from home starting at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, Mar. 25 through Apr. 30. Essential workers are exempt. The action complements orders issued by Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell and Maui County Mayor Mike Victorino over the weekend. “The threat of COVID-19 is unprecedented and requires aggressive action,” said Ige. “I have been in discussions with our county mayors who are developing their own plans to meet the unique needs of their counties. We also agree that a statewide order is necessary for cohesion and consistency.” To ensure that the state continues to provide essential, core services, there are exemptions in the following categories: Healthcare services, grocery stores and pharmacies, food production and farming, public and private schools, restaurants offering take-out services, hotels and motels, construction, and essential government functions. In turn, residents can leave their homes for various needs, including healthcare, purchasing food, medicine and gasoline, taking care of the elderly, minors, and those with disabilities, returning to a place of residence outside of Hawai‘i, picking up educational materials for distance learning, receiving meals and any other related services, and outdoor exercise – including surfing, swimming and walking pets. Non-compliance would be a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $5,000, or up to one year in jail, or both. For questions about exemptions, email CovidExemption@hawaii.gov. Those who would like to volunteer ideas or resources to assist in the response effort should email CovidKokua@hawaii.gov. Gov. Ige also announced the state is extending tax deadlines for the Hawai‘i 2019 individual and corporate income tax filing and payments. The deadline is extended from April 20 to July 20. Taxpayers do not need to take any action to participate in the tax relief program. The department is making necessary system changes to include the new dates. However, taxpayers expecting a refund for tax year 2019 should file as soon as possible. For video click here For photos click here

  • RELIEF FOR TAXPAYERS AFFECTED BY THE COVID-19 EMERGENCY

    2019 Income Tax Filing and Payment Deadline Extended to July 20, 2020; All Other Tax Filing and Payment Deadlines Unchanged HONOLULU – As announced by Governor Ige today, the State of Hawaii is granting special tax relief for State Income taxpayers similar to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in response to the COVID-19 emergency. Hawaii 2019 Income tax filing and payment due dates will be extended: Individual and Corporate Income tax returns for Tax Year 2019 due from April 20, 2020 to June 20, 2020 are extended to July 20, 2020. Individual Income tax payments for Tax Year 2019 due from April 20, 2020 to June 20, 2020 are extended to July 20, 2020. Corporate Income tax payments for corporations for Tax Year 2019 due from April 20, 2020 to June 20, 2020 are extended to July 20, 2020. Taxpayers who are entitled to a refund or pay the Tax Year 2019 Income tax due by July 20, 2020 receive an automatic extension to file the associated return by October 20, 2020. Additional action is not needed by Income taxpayers to participate in this tax relief program. The Department is making the necessary system changes for these new due dates. Individual income taxpayers who are expecting refunds for Tax Year 2019 are encouraged to file as soon as possible. Hawaii residents can file Form N-11 (Hawaii Resident Income tax) for FREE using Hawaii Tax Online (hitax.hawaii.gov). Filing and payment dates for all non-Income taxes (Withholding, General Excise, Transient Accommodations, etc.) are unchanged.

  • Senate President applauds Governor’s stay-at-home order

    Honolulu, Hawai‘i – Senate President Ron Kouchi (D-Kauai) made the following statement today after Governor David Ige issued a statewide stay-at-home order effective Wednesday, March 25 at 12:01 a.m. to slow the spread of COVID-19. “I strongly support Governor Ige’s decision to issue this stay-at-home order. It is critical that we act now to slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect our community from this disease. This action is a huge sacrifice that we could have never imagined a year ago, but we must face this challenge. All of us working together can stem the tide of COVID-19. I thank the Governor for implementing our recommendation for the stay-at-home order.” #COVID19 #Coronavirus #HawaiiSenate #DavidIge #RonKouchi

  • Maui County: Public Health Emergency Rules amended for residents to stay at home #COVID-19

    Public Health Emergency Rules amended for residents to stay at home during COVID-19 crisis Mayor Michael Victorino announced a “stay at home and work from home” amendment to the Public Health Emergency Rules in an effort to fight the spread of COVID-19. The amendment is effective at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, March 25, 2020. The new order will be in effect until April 30. “The health and safety of our community has always been my top priority and I believe we need to take bold actions if we are to stop the spread of this virus,” Mayor Victorino said. “I am ordering all our residents to stay at home and our visitors to stay in their rooms as much as possible. Critical services and operations will continue, and everyone will still be able to get groceries and essential supplies. “However, we need to work together and continue to take care of each other with compassion and care.” Overview of the new amendment: Order to Stay/Work from home: Stay at home or place of lodging except for “essential activities,” “essential businesses” or “government operations” Where possible, County of Maui departments will employ tele-work and other methods to provide distancing, while ensuring continuity of services NO public or private gatherings outside the home Essential Activities include: Essential to maintain health and safety, like getting medicine or seeing a doctor Getting food, pet food, and supplies necessary for staying at home Doing solitary outdoor activity, such as walking, hiking, or running Performing work to operate an essential business or essential government function (defined below) Caring for a family member in another household Caring for elderly, minors, dependents, person with disabilities, or other vulnerable persons Travel limited to essential activities or operation of essential business or essential government function. Government and Private Services or Businesses May Remain OPEN: First responders, emergency management personnel, emergency dispatchers, law enforcement and County of Maui personnel Healthcare operations, including home health workers Essential infrastructure, including operation of public transportation and utilities Grocery stores, food banks, convenience stores Businesses that provide necessities of life for economically disadvantaged individuals and shelter facilities Pharmacies, health care supply stores, and health care facilities Gas stations, auto repair facilities, and auto supply stores Financial institutions Refuse collection Hardware, lumber, and building materials stores Maintenance service providers, like plumbers, electricians, exterminators necessary to maintain safety, sanitation, and essential operation of residences and businesses Laundromats and laundry service providers Businesses that primarily ship or deliver groceries, food and goods Childcare facilities that enable essential employees to go to work Newspapers, television, radio, and other media Construction and maintenance, public and private Agricultural operations Businesses that supply other essential business with support or supplies necessary to operate Business conducting legally mandated activities Businesses that provide food, shelter, and other necessities of life for animals, including animal shelters, rescues, kennels, and adoption facilities Funeral, mortuary, cremation, burial, cemetery, and related services, provided, the services provided must comply with Social Distancing Requirements at all times reasonably possible Public and private K-12 schools, colleges, and universities for distance learning and essential functions Businesses needed to support essential governmental or essential business functions Hotels, motels and support services Public and Private Facilities and Businesses Required to CLOSE All businesses not listed as “essential businesses” Restaurants and cafes will be allowed to provide takeout and delivery service Bars, nightclubs, theaters, public gathering venues, and tourist attractions Gyms, recreation facilities, and other places of public gathering, regardless of size County parks, golf course and beach parks are ordered closed Violation Violation of the rules is punishable as a misdemeanor, with fines of up to $5,000, up to a year in jail, or both. “Decisive action is needed to stem the spread of COVID-19 and protect our healthcare resources, our hospital beds, respirators and the health and safety of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals,” Mayor Victorino said. “I humbly ask all of us to do our part to flatten the curve and come together as a community.” For more information, visit the County of Maui’s website at mauicounty.gov. source: https://www.mauicounty.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=9939

  • Senate President Kouchi works with DOD to distribute extra food from vendors

    Senate President Ronald D. Kouchi is working with Major General Kenneth S. Hara, Adjutant General for the State of Hawai‘i, Department of Defense, to coordinate the distribution of food from vendors who have excess inventory due to the shutdown of restaurants throughout the state due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “I want to thank these local companies willing to step up and help our community during these challenging times," said the senator. The companies who will be helping are: · Y. Hata & Co., Ltd. · Hawaii Food Products, Inc. · Armstrong Produce, Ltd. · HPC Foods, Ltd. · Manson Products Co., Inc. · Ham Produce and Seafood · Finest Food Co., Inc. · D. Otani Produce, Inc. · Joe Kim’s Kimchi · Sysco (O‘ahu, Maui, Kaua‘i and Hawai‘i Island) · Watanabe Vegetable Processing · Kula Produce Co., Ltd. · Esaki’s Produce · Hilo Products, Inc. · Cal-Kona Produce, Inc. · Farm Link Hawai‘i · Sustainable Moloka‘i · Kilauea Community Agricultural Center #FoodDonation #KennethHara #DOD #Kokua #COVID19 #Coronavirus #RonKouchi

  • Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell issues Stay-At-Home / Work-From-Home Order

    #COVID19 #Coronavirus #HonoluluCityAndCounty #KirkCaldwell

  • DOH Release: COVID-19 Daily Update (March 22, 2020)

    Governor’s Order for Self-Quarantine of All Travelers to Hawai‘i Effective Thursday, March 26, 2020. Effective, Thursday, March 26, 2020, Governor David Ige has ordered that all persons entering the State of Hawai‘i to self-quarantine for 14 days or for the duration of their stay in Hawai‘i, whichever is shorter. Upon arrival, residents are required to self-quarantine in a designated location in their residence. Visitors will self-quarantine in their hotel room or rented lodging. Self-quarantined individuals may only leave their designated location for medical emergencies or to seek medical care. Failure to comply with all rules and protocols related to quarantines is punishable by fines of up to $5000 and/or imprisonment of up to one year. DOH self-quarantine airport poster is attached. Be Considerate When Purchasing Food and Supplies The DOH reminds the public to be judicious when shopping for food and essential goods so that kūpuna and others in need are able to purchase necessary items. The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) Harbors Division continues to manage Hawai‘i’s commercial ports–the lifeline for Hawai‘i communities for food, medical supplies, clothing, household goods and more. There have been no interruptions to the supply chain as a result of COVID-19. Who should be tested? Most people who are sick do not need to be tested. There is no specific medicine to treat COVID-19, so whether you test positive or negative, management of your illness will be the same. Individuals who are not sick should not be tested even if they have been exposed to COVID-19. Individuals who are sick with respiratory illness (e.g., fever and cough or shortness of breath) AND who are at a higher risk for severe respiratory infections (e.g., older people, those with chronic medical conditions including immunosuppression) should call their usual source of healthcare to discuss whether they should be tested for COVID-19 and/or other infections such as influenza. A provider’s referral is required to receive testing. If you do not have a provider, call an urgent care center or community clinic in your area. Anyone having difficulty breathing should seek medical care immediately. If possible, call your healthcare provider first so they are prepared to receive you. Other people with mild illness should help protect our most vulnerable and conserve our precious supplies by practicing social distancing measures, monitoring their illness, and calling their healthcare provider if their symptoms worsen or persist. Social Distancing: COVID-19 recommendations are changing the rules on how much physical distance individuals should keep from each other. Cancelling events that do not allow attendees to be at least six feet apart—the equivalent of two arms-length—and avoiding unnecessary physical meeting with others are proven strategies to mitigate the spread of the virus. The effectiveness of these initiatives largely depends on the cooperation and compliance from the public. 8 New Positive Cases on two islands As of March 22, 2020, noon, there is a total of 56 confirmed or presumptive positive cases of COVID-19 in Hawai‘i. New positive results were received today for eight individuals on two islands. All new cases are Hawai‘i residents. Three people have required hospitalization; two remain hospitalized. Travel histories are pending, however two of the new cases had definite travel, while two had contact with travelers. In total, 48 cases are residents and 8 are non-residents. One of the cases reported today is a child, therefore, there are 54 adult and two pediatric cases. COVID-19 Summary of Numbers as of March 22, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. HST Total Number of Positive Cases Statewide 56 City & County of Honolulu 41 County of Maui 9 County of Kaua‘i 3 County of Hawai‘i 3 Definition of Community Spread Community spread is defined as cases that cannot be traced back to a traveler and have absolutely no travel related or involved connection with travel. We have been informed that there are residents of Hawai‘i who believe all COVID-19 positive cases originate from visitors to the state. Unfortunately, there is stigma developing against visitors in Hawai‘i. We’re asking the media to help people understand that of the 56 positive test results to date, 45 of them are the result of traveling residents or exposure to travelers. The majority of cases are residents who returned home after traveling. At this time, there may be residents returning home from a school that has closed or from other essential travel. It is important for all travelers to monitor their health for 14 days after traveling and to avoid exposing others and stay at home. Thank you for your assistance in reducing and preventing stigma and increasing understanding during this rapidly changing situation. Lab Testing More than 2700 tests performed for people in Hawai‘i by private clinical labs to date. As the number of labs doing testing increases, so likely will the number of positive cases. The DOH State Laboratories Division has tested 48 Persons Under Investigation (PUI) and 263 sentinel surveillance samples.  The 263 sentinel surveillance tests have all been negative. These are representative samples taken from every county from people with flu-like symptoms who tested negative for influenza. Department of Health Transitions to Online/Mail Requests for Vital Records Certificates and Appointment Only for Marriage Licenses The safety and wellness of the Hawai‘i community is very important to the Department of Health. As a precaution against COVID-19, beginning Monday, 3/23/20, DOH will transition to an online/mail procedure for vital records (birth, marriage, death, divorce certificates) requests. To complete the online request process: https://vitrec.ehawaii.gov To obtain forms and instructions for mail-in requests: https://health.hawaii.gov/vitalrecords/birth-marriage-certificates/ or call (808) 586-4733. Applications for marriage licenses will be by appointment only. Couples must apply online and prepay the fee at https://marriage.ehawaii.gov prior to scheduling an appointment via phone (808) 586-4543 or e-mail doh.marriage@doh.hawaii.gov. 2-1-1 Call Center for Information on COVID-19 The Aloha United Way call center is open daily between 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. For information or questions about COVID-19: Call 2-1-1 from any location in the state Text 877-275-6569 Email info211@auw.org Visit health.hawaii.gov/covid19 or coronavirus.gov #COVID19 #Coronavirus #DavidIge #DOH #Hawaii

  • DOH Release: COVID-19 Daily Update (March 21, 2020)

    Be Considerate When Purchasing Food and Supplies The DOH reminds the public to be judicious when shopping for food and essential goods so that kūpuna and others in need are able to purchase necessary items. The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) Harbors Division continues to manage Hawai‘i’s commercial ports–the lifeline for Hawai‘i communities for food, medical supplies, clothing, household goods and more. There have been no interruptions to the supply chain as a result of COVID-19. Who should be tested? Most people who are sick do not need to be tested. There is no specific medicine to treat COVID-19, so whether you test positive or negative, management of your illness will be the same. Individuals who are not sick should not be tested even if they have been exposed to COVID-19. Individuals who are sick with respiratory illness (e.g., fever and cough or shortness of breath) AND who are at a higher risk for severe respiratory infections (e.g., older people, those with chronic medical conditions including immunosuppression) should call their usual source of healthcare to discuss whether they should be tested for COVID-19 and/or other infections such as influenza. A provider’s referral is required to receive testing. If you do not have a provider, call an urgent care center or community clinic in your area. Anyone having difficulty breathing should seek medical care immediately. If possible, call your healthcare provider first so they are prepared to receive you. Other people with mild illness should help protect our most vulnerable and conserve our precious supplies by practicing social distancing measures, monitoring their illness, and calling their healthcare provider if their symptoms worsen or persist. Social Distancing COVID-19 recommendations are changing the rules on how much physical distance individuals should keep from each other. Cancelling events that do not allow attendees to be at least six feet apart—the equivalent of two arms-length—and avoiding unnecessary physical meeting with others are proven strategies to mitigate the spread of the virus. The effectiveness of these initiatives largely depends on the cooperation and compliance from the public. 11 New Positive Cases on three islands As of March 21, 2020, noon, there is a total of 48 confirmed or presumptive positive cases of COVID-19 in Hawai‘i. New positive results were received today for eleven individuals on three islands. Nine are Hawai‘i residents and two are non-residents. One person is hospitalized in intensive care, another person required a brief one-day hospitalization. Five people have a history of travel and six are pending investigation. In total, 41 cases are residents and 7 are non-residents. COVID-19 Summary of Numbers as of March 21, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. HST Total Number of Positive Cases Statewide 48 City & County of Honolulu 35 County of Maui 7 County of Kaua‘i 3 County of Hawai‘i 3 Definition of Community Spread Community spread is defined as cases that cannot be traced back to a traveler and have absolutely no travel related or involved connection with travel. We have been informed that there are residents of Hawai‘i who believe all COVID-19 positive cases originate from visitors to the state. Unfortunately, there is stigma developing against visitors in Hawai‘i. We’re asking the media to help people understand that of the 48 positive test results to date, 37 of them are the result of traveling residents. The majority of cases are residents who returned home after traveling. At this time, there may be residents returning home from a school that has closed or from other essential travel. It is important for all travelers to monitor their health for 14 days after traveling and to avoid exposing others and stay at home. Thank you for your assistance in reducing and preventing stigma and increasing understanding during this rapidly changing situation. Lab Testing More than 2,200 tests performed for people in Hawai‘i by private clinical labs to date. The DOH State Laboratories Division has tested 48 Persons Under Investigation (PUI) and 263 sentinel surveillance samples. The 263 sentinel surveillance tests have all been negative. These are representative samples taken from every county from people with flu-like symptoms who tested negative for influenza. 2-1-1 Call Center for Information on COVID-19 The Aloha United Way call center is open daily between 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. For information or questions about COVID-19: Call 2-1-1 from any location in the state Text 877-275-6569 Email info211@auw.org Visit health.hawaii.gov/covid19 or coronavirus.gov #COVID19 #Coronavirus #DavidIge #DOH #Hawaii

  • Bills up for third reading in crossover session

    A group of bills will be up for third reading in tomorrow’s crossover session in the Hawai‘i State Senate tomorrow, Tuesday, March 3, 2020, starting at 9:30 a.m. With the Senate’s continuing support of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, the following bills related to climate change will also be up for third reading: SB996 SD2 relating to zero-emission vehicles. It requires rental motor vehicle lessors to incorporate zero-emission vehicles into the lessors’ fleets, and establishes a Hawaii zero-emissions vehicle infrastructure special fund and grant program to promote development of zero-emission vehicle infrastructure. Effective 7/1/2050. SB2077 SD2 relating to the environment. It establishes a tree planting program in the State. Appropriates funds. Effective 12/31/2033. SB2683 SD2 requires the commission to further address and make recommendation regarding sea level rise. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. SB2381 SD2 relating to shoreline setbacks. It establishes greater shoreline setback requirements. Effective 12/31/2033. SB2430 SD1 relating to climate change mitigation and adaptation. It establishes and appropriates funds for a Climate Change and Human Health Adaptation Coordinator within the Department of Health. Effective 7/1/2050. SB2531 SD2 relating to forestry. It appropriates funds for the forest stewardship program of the Department of Land and Natural Resources to increase plant stocks, invest in public outreach, and renovate the equipment and facilities of the state tree nursery. SB2548 SD2 relating to marine debris. It appropriates funds to the Department of Land and Natural Resources to create and implement a marine debris collection pilot program. It appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii for research and development of specialized equipment for the effective and efficient removal of plastic marine debris from beaches and shorelines. Effective 7/1/2050. SB2696 SD2 relating to green fees. It requires the Office of Planning to prepare a feasibility and implementation plan on assessing tourism green fees. Makes an appropriation. Effective 12/31/2033. SB3084 SD2 relating to solid waste management. It establishes a solid waste management goal of reducing the State’s solid waste stream prior to disposal by 70% by 2030. Effective 7/1/2050. SB3099 SD2 relating to climate change. It implements the recommendations of the Hawaii Sea Level Rise Vulnerability and Adaptation Report issued by the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission. Makes appropriations. Effective 7/1/2050. SB3100 SD2 relating to sustainable development goals. It codifies sustainable development goals based on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and indicators. Effective 7/1/2050. SB3150 SD2 relating to taxation. It amends the environmental response, energy, and food security tax to address carbon emissions, and increases the tax rate to effectively set a price of an unspecified amount per metric ton of carbon dioxide emissions in 2021. It incrementally increases the tax rate over time so that, in 2030, the tax rate shall be equivalent to a carbon price of an unspecified amount per metric ton of carbon emissions. It establishes a refundable tax credit for lower-income individuals. Effective 7/1/2050. Tax credit applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2021. SB3171 SD2 relating to the green environment. It adds objectives, policies, and implementation guidelines for planning for the lei of green to the Hawaii State Planning Act. It requires a report to the Legislature and appropriates funds for costs associated with researching, compiling, and submitting the report. Effective 7/1/2050. Other highlighted bills include: SB2051 relating to littering. It increases the maximum civil penalty for littering from $500 to $1,000, and increases the maximum fine for the offense of criminal littering from $1,000 to $5,000. SB2120 relating to gift certificates. It clarifies that certain county-issued cards and certificates are not subject to the State’s unfair and deceptive practices regulations related to gift certificates. SB2181 relating to sexual assault. It amends the offenses of sexual assault in the first and third degree, when perpetuated against someone who is mentally defective, to remove the standard of proof regarding knowledge that the other person was mentally defective, as that term is defined in section 707-700, Hawaii Revised Statutes. SB2182 relating to abuse of a family or household member. It amends the penal code to add abuse of a family or household member to felonies that qualify for repeat offender sentencing. SB2293 SD1 relating to education. It requires the Auditor to conduct an audit to determine whether the Department of Education is meeting requirements under the federal Individuals with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act as it pertains to individuals with the type of disability covered by the Individuals with Disabilities Act. SB2315 relating to sexual assault evidence collection kits. It extends the deadline for each county police department to adopt and utilize an electronic tracking system for sexual assault evidence collection kits. SB2582 SD1 relating to health. It authorizes advanced practice registered nurses, in addition to physicians, to practice medical aid in dying in accordance with their scope of practice and prescribing authority. It authorizes psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, in addition to psychiatrists, psychologists, and clinical social workers, to provide counseling to a qualified patient. It reduces the mandatory waiting period between oral requests from 20 days to 15 days, and waives the mandatory waiting period for those terminally ill individuals not expected to survive the mandatory waiting period. SB2893 SD1 relating to chronically homeless. It amends the definition of “chronically homeless” to provide clarity and improve the delivery and development of homeless services. SB2955 relating to coffee labeling. It expands the coffee labeling and advertising requirements to include ready-to-drink coffee beverages and inner wrapping or packaging labels. SB3070 relating to campaign finance. It increases the maximum amount of public funds available to certain state candidates in each election. It increases the amount of voluntary state income tax check-off contributions that may be designated for the Hawaii election campaign fund beginning on 1/1/2021. SB3151 relating to equal access to public conveniences. It requires that restrooms and toilet facilities of public amusement facilities constructed, renovated, retrofitted, or installed after 1/1/2021 have 2 female-use toilets for each male-use toilet or urinal. Remaining bills up for third reading: SB2034 relating to liquor law violations. SB2150 relating to disorderly conduct. SB2156 relating to theft in the second degree. SB2185 relating to violation of privacy. SB2268 relating to divorce. SB2306 relating to proof of domestic or sexual violence victim status. SB2369 SD1 relating to the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act. SB2561 relating to consumer protection. SB2670 SD1 relating to real property transactions. SB2750 relating to bottled water. SB2768 relating to sports medicine. SB2724 relating to lead-based paint. SB2752 relating to the residential landlord-tenant act. SB2775 relating to the fuel tank advisory committee. SB2817 SD1 relating to waste. SB2872 relating to the contractors recovery fund. SB2875 relating to mixed martial arts. SB2881 relating to the Peer Review Oversight Committee. SB2883 relating to cemetery authority exemption. SB2975 SD1 relating to intoxicating liquor. SB3008 SD1 relating to measurement standards. #HawaiiSenate #HawaiiLegislature #ThirdReading #CrossOver

  • Blue Zones Project: How a bill becomes law

    With the Hawaii State Legislature in session and ready for first decking of bills, now is the time to make changes for a healthier and happier Hawaii. Want to support but not quite sure where to start? Whether it’s healthier options for our keiki in schools or supporting the ban of flavored tobacco for youth, watch this quick tutorial on the legislative process from Civil Beat. #BlueZonesProject #HawaiiCivics #LegislativeProcess #CivilBeat #HawaiiStateLegislature

  • O'ahu lane closures for the week of MARCH 21 - 27

    PLEASE NOTE:Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.  All projects are weather permitting. There will be no daytime roadwork scheduled on Thursday, March 26, in observance of Prince Kuhio Day. To view a map of lane closures scheduled on state roadways, please click the following link https://hidot.hawaii.gov/highways/roadwork/ --- H-1 FREEWAY --- 1) EWA Lane closure on the H-1 Freeway in the westbound direction in the vicinity of the Paiwa Street underpass on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., for guardrail repairs. 2) EWA Right lane closure on the H-1 Freeway in the eastbound direction between the Kualakai Parkway underpass and Kunia/Waipahu/Ewa offramp (Exit 5) on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., for maintenance work. 3) HONOLULU (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closures on the H-1 Freeway in both directions between the Keeaumoku Street overpass and the Punahou Street overpass on Sunday, March 22, from 4 p.m. through 12 midnight, for signage work. 4) HONOLULU (NIGHT WORK) Lane closures on the H-1 Freeway in both directions between the Keeaumoku Street overpass and the Punahou Street overpass on Monday, March 23, through Wednesday, March 25, from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m., for signage work. 5) HONOLULU (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Closure of the Middle Street offramp (Exit 19A) from the westbound H-1 Freeway on Sunday night, March 22, through Monday morning, March 23, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for paving and striping work. Motorists are advised to take Likelike Highway offramp (Exit 20A), take a left at North School Street and continue onto Middle Street. 6) HONOLULU (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Closure of the southbound Likelike Highway onramp to the westbound H-1 Freeway on Sunday night, March 22, through Monday morning, March 23, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for paving and striping work. Motorists are advised to continue south on Kalihi Street, take a right onto North King Street, a right onto Ola Lane where they may enter the westbound H-201 Moanalua Freeway. 7) HONOLULU (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on the eastbound Airport offramp (Exit 16) to Paiea Street/Aolele Street on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., for The Rail project. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299. 8) HONOLULU (NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on the H-1 Freeway in the westbound direction between the Punchbowl Street onramp and the Liliha Street overpass on Tuesday, March 24, through Thursday morning, March 26, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for maintenance work. 9) HONOLULU (NIGHT WORK) Roving lane closure on the H-1 Freeway in both directions between Middle Street and Ainakoa Avenue on Monday, March 23, through Wednesday, March 25, from 8:30 p.m. to 4 a.m., for sign replacements. 10) HONOLULU (NIGHT WORK) Lane closures on the H-1 Freeway in the westbound direction between the Middle Street offramp (Exit 19A) and the Funston Road overpass on Monday, March 23, through Thursday, March 26, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for repaving work. 11) HONOLULU (NIGHT WORK) Closure of the Middle Street offramp (Exit 19A) from the H-1 Freeway in the westbound direction on Monday, March 23, through Thursday, March 26, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for repaving work. 12) HONOLULU (NIGHT WORK) Two right lane closures on the H-1 Freeway in the westbound direction in the vicinity of the Gulick Avenue overpass on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for repaving work. 13) HONOLULU (NIGHT WORK) Right lane closure on the H-1 Freeway in the westbound direction between the Punchbowl onramp and Liliha Street overpass on Tuesday night, March 24, through Thursday morning, March 26, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for maintenance work. 14) HONOLULU Lane closure on the H-1 Freeway in both directions between the Kapiolani Interchange and Ainakoa Avenue on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for guardrail and shoulder improvements. The speed limit in this area is reduced to 40 mph during closure hours. 15) HONOLULU Lane closure on the H-1 Freeway in the eastbound direction between Waikiki/Nimitz Highway (Exit 18A) and Nimitz Highway on Friday, March 27, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., for maintenance work. 16) KAPOLEI (NIGHT WORK) Closure of the Campbell Industrial Park/Barbers Point Harbor offramp (Exit 1A) from the eastbound H-1 Freeway on Monday night, March 23, through Wednesday morning, March 25, from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m., for the Kapolei Interchange Complex Phase 2 project. Motorists will be directed to Wakea Street offramp as an alternate route. For more information, visit the Kapolei Interchange Complex Phase 2 project website at https://www.buildkapolei.com/ 17) KAPOLEI (NIGHT WORK) Closure of the H-1 Freeway in the eastbound direction between the Campbell Industrial Park/Barbers Point Harbor offramp (Exit 1A) and the Wakea Street onramp on Monday night, March 23, through Friday morning, March 27, from 9 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., for the Kapolei Interchange Complex, Phase 2 project. Eastbound motorists will be directed to Kalaeloa Boulevard as an alternate route. Closure will only occur if the westbound lanes are open. For more information, visit the Kapolei Interchange Complex Phase 2 project website at https://www.buildkapolei.com/ 18) KAPOLEI (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Closure of the H-1 Freeway in the westbound direction between the Makakilo Drive overpass and the Campbell Industrial Park/Barbers Point Harbor offramp (Exit 1) on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., for the Kapolei Interchange Complex Phase 2 project. Motorists will be directed to Makakilo/Kapolei/Kalaeloa offramp (Exit 2) as an alternate route. For more information, visit the Kapolei Interchange Complex Phase 2 project website at https://www.buildkapolei.com/ 19) KAPOLEI (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Closure of the H-1 Freeway in the westbound direction between the Kapolei/Ewa offramp (Exit 3) and the Makakilo Drive overpass, on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 10:30 p.m. to 4 a.m., for the Kapolei Interchange Complex Phase 2 project. Motorists will be directed to the Kapolei/Ewa offramp (Exit 3) as an alternate route. For more information, visit the Kapolei Interchange Complex Phase 2 project website at https://www.buildkapolei.com/ 20) PEARL HARBOR (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on the Nimitz Highway/Hickam AFB offramp (Exit 15) from the H-1 Freeway in the eastbound direction on Saturday night, March 21, through Friday morning, March 27, from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m., for The Rail project. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299. --- H-2 FREEWAY --- 1) MILILANI Right lane closure on the H-2 Freeway in the northbound direction in the vicinity of Meheula Parkway on Monday, March 23, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., for tree trimming. 2) MILILANI (NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on the H-2 Freeway in the northbound direction in the vicinity of Meheula Parkway on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 9 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., for tree trimming. --- H-201 MOANALUA FREEWAY --- 1) MOANALUA (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on the H-201 Moanalua Freeway in the westbound direction between the Middle Street overpass and Fort Shafter/Ahua Street offramp (Exit 4) on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for lighting improvements and paving work. 2) MOANALUA (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on the H-201 Moanalua Freeway in the eastbound direction in the vicinity of the Middle Street overpass on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for lighting improvements. 3) MOANALUA (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on the H-201 Moanalua Freeway in the westbound direction in the vicinity of the Middle Street overpass on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for repaving work. 4) MOANALUA Lane closure on the H-201 Moanalua Freeway in the eastbound direction between the Ahua Street overpass and the Funston Road overpass on Monday, March 23, through Wednesday, March 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for lighting work. 5) MOANALUA Lane closure on the H-201 Moanalua Freeway in the westbound direction in the vicinity of Ala Kapuna Street overpass on Monday, March 23, through Wednesday, March 25, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., for tree trimming. 6) MOANALUA Left lane closure on the H-201 Moanalua Freeway in the westbound direction between the Middle Street overpass and the Funston Road overpass on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for lighting improvements. 7) MOANALUA (NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on the H-201 Moanalua Freeway in the westbound direction between the Middle Street overpass and the Funston Road overpass on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for repaving work. --- H-3 FREEWAY --- 1) KANEOHE Lane closure on the H-3 Freeway in both directions in the vicinity of the Harano Tunnels on Tuesday, March 24, and Wednesday, March 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., for road improvements. Halawa-bound lane will be closed on Tuesday, March 24.Kaneohe-bound lane will be closed on Wednesday, March 25. 2) KANEOHE Left lane closure on the H-3 Freeway in both directions in the vicinity of the Likelike Highway underpass on Monday, March 23, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., for maintenance work. --- FARRINGTON HIGHWAY (ROUTES 93/930) --- 1) KAPOLEI Lane closure on Farrington Highway in the northbound direction in the vicinity of Kalaeloa Boulevard on Monday, March 23, through Wednesday, March 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., for pole replacements. For more information, visit the Kapolei Interchange Complex Phase 2 project website at https://www.buildkapolei.com/ 2) NANAKULI (NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on Farrington Highway (Route 93) in the eastbound direction between Laaloa Street and the H-1 Freeway on Monday night, March 23, through Wednesday morning, March 25, from 8:30 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., for signage work. 3) NANAKULI (NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on Farrington Highway (Route 93) in the eastbound direction between Waiomea Street and Laaloa Street on Monday night, March 23, through Wednesday morning, March 25, from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., for signage work. 4) WAIANAE Lane closure on Farrington Highway (Route 93) in both directions in the vicinity of Pohakunui Avenue on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for bridge maintenance. 5) WAIANAE Right lane closure on Farrington Highway (Route 93) in the eastbound direction between Maipalaoa Road and St. John’s Road on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for the Maipalaoa Bridge Replacement project. The eastbound shoulder lane will be closed over a 24-hour period. Two travel lanes are open in the eastbound direction and one lane in the westbound direction. 6) WAIANAE Lane closure on Farrington Highway in both directions between Moua Street and Makua Valley Road on Monday, March 23 through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for overhead utility work. Traffic will be contraflowed. 7) WAIANAE Right lane closure on Farrington Highway (Route 93) in the westbound direction between Hakimo Road and Akowai Road on Monday, March 23, and Tuesday, March 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., for HECO work. 8) WAIPAHU (HART JURISDICTION) Farrington Highway (Route 7101) between Kahi Mohala and Kamehameha Highway is City Maintained State Highway. Lane closure on Farrington Highway in both directions between Fort Weaver Road and Kamehameha Highway overpass on Saturday, March 21, through Friday, March 27, over 24-hour period, for The Rail project. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299. 9) WAIPAHU (HART JURISDICTION) Farrington Highway (Route 7101) between Kahi Mohala and Kamehameha Highway is City Maintained State Highway. Lane closure on Farrington Highway in the westbound direction between Fort Weaver Road and Kamehameha Highway overpass on Monday, March 16, through Friday, March 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for The Rail project. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299. --- KALANIANAOLE HIGHWAY (ROUTES 61/72) --- 1) HAWAII KAI TO AINA HAINA Roving lane closure on Kalanianaole Highway in both directions between Kawaihae Street and Ainakoa Avenue on Monday, March 23, through Wednesday, March 25, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., for tree trimming. 2) KAILUA Lane closure on Kalanianaole Highway (Route 72) in both directions between Kailua Road and Kumuhau Street on Monday, March 23, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., for pavement marking work. 3) WAIMANALO Lane closure on Kalanianaole Highway (Route 72) in both directions between Aloiloi Street and Saddle City Road on Monday, March 23, from 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., for tree trimming. 4) WAIMANALO Roving lane closure on Kalanianaole Highway (Route 72) in the Kailua-bound direction between Makapuu Lighthouse Road and Kailua Road on Monday, March 23, through Thursday, March 26, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., for tree trimming and utility work. --- KAMEHAMEHA HIGHWAY (ROUTES 80/83/99) --- 1) HALAWA (HART JURISDICTION) Kamehameha Highway (Route 99) between Aloha Stadium and the vicinity of Sam’s Club by Acacia Road is City Maintained State Highway. Lane closure on Kamehameha Highway (Route 83) in both directions between Ford Island Bridge and Salt Lake Boulevard on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for The Rail project. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299. 2) HALAWA TO JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR HICKAM (HART JURISDICTION) Kamehameha Highway (Route 99) between Aloha Stadium and Center Drive is City Maintained State Highway. Lanes may be closed as needed on Kamehameha Highway in both directions between Center Drive and Salt Lake Boulevard, on Sunday, March 22, through Friday, March 27, 24 hours a day. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299. 3) HONOLULU (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closures on Kamehameha Highway (Route 83) in both directions between the H-1 Freeway and Dillingham Boulevard on Monday night, March 23, through Friday morning, March 27, from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for The Rail. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299. 4) HONOLULU (HART JURISDICTION) One lane closure on Kamehameha Highway in both directions between Middle Street and Puuhale Road, for The Rail project. On Sunday, March 22, through Friday, March 27, from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m.On Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299. 5) KAHUKU Lane closure on Kamehameha Highway (Route 83) in both directions in the vicinity of Marconi Road on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for road improvements. Traffic will be contraflowed. 6) LAIE Lane closure on Kamehameha Highway (Route 83) in the northbound direction in the vicinity of Naniloa Loop on Tuesday, March 24, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for utility work. 7) PEARL CITY Lane closure on Kamehameha Highway (Route 99) in the westbound direction in the vicinity of Waihona Street on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for waterline work. 8) WAHIAWA Roving lane closure on Kamehameha Highway in both directions in the vicinity of Wilikina Drive on Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for maintenance work. 9) WAIMALU Lane closure on Kamehameha Highway (Route 99) in the southbound direction in the vicinity of the Pali Highway on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., for utility work. --- LIKELIKE HIGHWAY (ROUTE 63) --- 1) KALIHI Right lane closure on Likelike Highway in both directions between North School Street and Kula Kolea Drive on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 7:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., for maintenance work. 2) KANEOHE Roving lane closure on Likelike Highway (Route 63) in both directions in the vicinity of the Wilson Tunnel on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for guardrail repairs. --- NIMITZ HIGHWAY (ROUTE 92) --- 1) HONOLULU (HART JURISDICTION) Nimitz Highway (Route 92) between Richards Street and Awa Street is City Maintained State Highway. Lane closures on Nimitz Highway in both directions between River Street and Richards Street over a 24-hour period, seven days a week. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299. 2) HONOLULU (HART JURISDICTION) Nimitz Highway (Route 92) between Elliott Street and Sand Island Access Road is City Maintained State Highway. Lanes closed in the eastbound direction between Elliott Street and Aolele Street on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. and from Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lanes closed in both directions between Sand Island Access Road and Lagoon Drive on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8 :30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299. 3) HONOLULU (NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on Nimitz Highway (Route 92) in both directions between Alakawa Street and Kalihi Street on Monday night, March 23, through Wednesday morning, March 25, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m., for sewer work. 4) HONOLULU (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closures on Nimitz Highway (Route 92) in both directions between Kalihi Street and Alakawa Street on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m., for sewer utility work. 5) HONOLULU (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Right lane closure on Nimitz Highway (Route 92) in the eastbound direction between Valkenburgh Street and Aolele Street on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m., for The Rail project. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299. 6) HONOLULU (WEEKEND WORK) Lane closure on Nimitz Highway (Route 92) in the eastbound direction between the H-1 Freeway/Middle Street/Dillingham Boulevard offramp (Exit 18B) and Middle Street on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for The Rail project. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299. 7) HONOLULU Left lane closure on Nimitz Highway in the westbound direction between Pacific Street and Alakawa Street on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for maintenance work. 8) HONOLULU (NIGHT WORK) Left lane closure on Nimitz Highway in the westbound direction in the vicinity of Pacific Street on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m., for maintenance work. 9) HONOLULU Roving lane closure on Nimitz Highway (Route 92)/Ala Moana Boulevard in both directions between Sand Island Access Road and Ward Avenue on Tuesday, March 24, from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m., for maintenance work. 10) HONOLULU (HART JURISDICTION) Nimitz Highway (Route 92) between Awa Street and Halekauwila Street is a City Maintained State Highway Lane closures on Nimitz Highway (Route 92) in both directions between Alakea Street and Awa Street on Sunday, March 22 through Friday, March 27, from 6 p.m. to 5 a.m. and on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for The Rail project. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299 --- PALI HIGHWAY (ROUTE 61) --- 1) KAILUA (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on the Pali Highway in both directions between Kamehameha Highway and Waokanaka Street on Friday night, March 20, through Saturday morning, March 21, from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., for landscaping, striping rock shed and electrical work. For more information, please visit the Pali Highway Resurfacing project website at http://palihighway.org 2) KAILUA (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on the Pali Highway in both directions between Kamehameha Highway and Waokanaka Street on Friday night, March 20, through Saturday morning, March 21, and on Monday night, March 23, through Friday morning, March 27, from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., for resurfacing work. For more information, please visit the Pali Highway Resurfacing project website at http://palihighway.org 3) NUUANU (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on the Pali Highway (Route 61) in both directions between the Wylie Street overpass and Pauoa Road underpass on Friday night, March 20, through Saturday morning, March 21, from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., for resurfacing work. For more information, please visit the Pali Highway Resurfacing project website at http://palihighway.org 4) NUUANU Lane closures on the Pali Highway in both directions between Auloa Road and Nuuanu Pali Drive on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, for construction activities. Lanes will be closed in the Honolulu-bound direction from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Lanes will be closed in the Kailua-bound direction from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information visit the City’s Dowsett Highlands Sewer Relief project website at http://palisewer.org 5) NUUANU (NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on Pali Highway in both directions between Nuuanu Pali Drive and Auloa Road on Monday night, March 23, through Friday morning, March 27, from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., for rock shed and resurfacing work. 6) NUUANU Roving closure on Pali Highway in the Kailua-bound direction in the vicinity of Dowsett Avenue on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for sewer work. For more information visit the City’s Dowsett Highlands Sewer Relief project website at http://palisewer.org 7) NUUANU Lane closure on the Pali Highway (Route 61) in both directions between the Wylie Street overpass and Nuuanu Avenue on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, for electrical and median work. Lane closed in the southbound direction from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Lane closed in the northbound direction from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, please visit the Pali Highway Resurfacing project website at http://palihighway.org 8) NUUANU Lane closure on the Pali Highway (Route 61) in the Honolulu-bound direction in the vicinity of Puiwa Road on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., for sewer work. For more information visit the City’s Dowsett Highlands Sewer Relief project website at http://palisewer.org 9) NUUANU Roving lane closure on the Pali Highway (Route 61) in both directions between South School Street and Nuuanu Pali Drive on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., for signage work. --- ALA MOANA BOULEVARD --- 1) HONOLULU (NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on Ala Moana Boulevard in the eastbound direction in the vicinity of South Street on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. to 4 a.m., for maintenance work. 2) HONOLULU Lane closure on Ala Moana Boulevard in the westbound direction between Punchbowl Street and South Street on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for manhole repair work. 3) HONOLULU Lane closure on Ala Moana Boulevard in the eastbound direction in the vicinity of South Street on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for maintenance work. 4) HONOLULU (NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on Ala Moana Boulevard in the eastbound direction between Keawe Street and Coral Street on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m., for maintenance work. 5) HONOLULU Lane closure on Ala Moana Boulevard in the eastbound direction between Keawe Street and Coral Street on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for maintenance work. --- KALAELOA BOULEVARD --- 1) KAPOLEI (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Closure of Kalaeloa Boulevard in the northbound direction between Kapolei Parkway and Farrington Highway on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 8 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., for the Kapolei Interchange Complex Phase 2 project. Motorists will be detoured to Kapolei Parkway. For more information, visit the Kapolei Interchange Complex Phase 2 project website at https://www.buildkapolei.com/ --- KANEOHE BAY DRIVE (ROUTE 630) --- 1) KANEOHE Lane closure on Kaneohe Bay Drive (Route 630) in both directions in the vicinity of Miha Street on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., for sign replacements. --- LAGOON DRIVE --- 1) HONOLULU Lane closure on Lagoon Drive in the northbound direction between Aolele Street and Waiwai Loop on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., for The Rail work. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299. --- KUALAKAI PARKWAY --- 1) EWA (HART JURISDICTION) Kualakai Parkway between Farrington Highway and Keahumoa Parkway is City Maintained State Highway. Lane closure on Kualakai Parkway in both directions between Keahumoa Parkway and Farrington Highway on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for the rail. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299 2) KAPOLEI Lane closure on Kualakai Parkway in both directions between Farrington Highway and the H-1 Freeway on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for The Rail. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299 --- FORT BARRETTE ROAD --- 1) KAPOLEI Lane closures on Fort Barrette Road in both directions between Kapolei Parkway and Farrington Highway on Monday, March 23, through Wednesday, March 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for resurfacing work. Westbound lane and turn lanes will be closed on Kamaaha Avenue at the Fort Barrette Road intersection during this time. Traffic will be detoured. 2) KAPOLEI (NIGHT WORK) Four lane closures on Fort Barrette Road one direction at a time at the Farrington Highway intersection on Monday night, March 23, through Wednesday morning, March 25, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for resurfacing work. Traffic will be let through by the remaining open lane. --- KUNIA ROAD (ROUTE 750) --- 1) KUNIA Roving lane closure on Kunia Road (Route 750) in both directions between Kunia Drive and the H-1 Freeway on Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for guardrail repairs. --- AOLELE STREET --- 1) DANIEL K. INOUYE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Closure of Aolele Street in the eastbound direction in the vicinity of the Airport toll booths on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., for The Rail project. Motorists will be detoured to Rodgers Street. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299 2) DANIEL K. INOUYE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closures on Aolele Street in both directions between Aolewa Place and Lagoon Drive on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for The Rail project. Traffic will be detoured. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299 3) DANIEL K. INOUYE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (NIGHT WORK) Closure of Aolele Street in the eastbound direction between Paiea Street and Aolewa Place on Wednesday night, March 25, through Friday morning, March 27, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for The Rail project. Motorists will be detoured to alternate routes. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299 4) DANIEL K. INOUYE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (NIGHT WORK) Lane closure and traffic shift on Aolele Street in both directions between Nimitz Highway and the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport on Monday night, Ma rch 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., for The Rail project. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299 5) DANIEL K. INOUYE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (NIGHT WORK) Closure of Aolele Street in the eastbound direction in the vicinity of the Lei Stand booths on Monday night, March 23, through Friday morning, March 27, from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m., for The Rail project. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299 --- KALIHI STREET (ROUTE 63) --- 1) KALIHI (NIGHT WORK) Roving lane closure on Kalihi Street in both directions between Nimitz Highway and School Street on Monday, March 23, through Wednesday, March 25, from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m., for sign removal. --- KAUA STREET --- 1) MOANALUA (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on Kaua Street in the westbound direction between Middle Street and Funston Road on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 9 pm. to 4 a.m., for resurfacing work. --- NORTH KING STREET --- 1) MOANALUA (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closure on North King Street in the westbound direction between Middle Street and Kikowaena Street on Sunday, March 22, through Friday, March 27, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for repaving work. --- MIDDLE STREET --- 1) KALIHI (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Lane closures on Middle Street in both directions in the vicinity of North King Street on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., for repaving work. Traffic will be contraflowed. --- UALENA STREET --- 1) HONOLULU (WEEKEND/NIGHT WORK) Closure of Ualena Street in both directions between Ohohia Street and Lagoon Drive on Sunday night, March 22, through Friday morning, March 27, from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m., and 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for The Rail project. There will be no street parking along the travel lanes and the sidewalk will be closed. See HART website (https://www.honolulutransit.org/inform/traffic) for additional information or call the rail hotline (808) 566-2299

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